Is breztri used for asthma?
My friend has chronic asthma and was recently prescribed Breztri. I always thought that medicine was for a different lung condition. Is Breztri genuinely used to treat asthma?
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4 months ago
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No, Breztri is not indicated for asthma. It is specifically FDA-approved for maintenance treatment of COPD. If you are looking for asthma meds, go see a specialist instead of experimenting with COPD inhalers.
4 months ago
Using the wrong inhaler can be very dangerous for your heart and lungs. Breztri is specifically formulated for COPD and is not recommended for asthma patients. Please schedule an appointment with a pulmonologist to get the correct diagnosis.
4 months ago
I am not entirely sure about the exact medical details, but I know that asthma and COPD are treated quite differently. Since hormonal issues have made me extra cautious about medications, I highly recommend consulting your doctor before taking any inhaler like Breztri.
4 months ago
Don't buy expensive inhalers like Breztri thinking they will cure asthma; it is actually meant for COPD patients. For asthma, doctors usually prescribe much simpler and cheaper inhalers. Go to a government hospital or local clinic, they will guide you correctly without wasting money.
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4 months ago
I remember a friend asking about Breztri for his asthma, and his doctor said a big no because it is for COPD. Meanwhile, if you are struggling with asthma, try avoiding oily street food and ice creams late at night as they can trigger bad wheezing episodes!
4 months ago
As far as I know, Breztri is meant for chronic lung diseases like COPD rather than standard asthma. Please take care of your health and visit your doctor to get the right medicine for your breathing issues.